Concussions are mild traumatic brain injuries that tend to go unreported due to a lack of public education and awareness. In Canada, concussions are the most common type of brain injury, with an incidence of 210,000 per year.
It is important to see a doctor immediately, even if your symptoms are mild, as this can rule out a more serious brain injury that can become life threatening.
Cognitive Related Symptoms
- Difficulty concentrating
- Difficulty finding things
- Difficulty reading
- Easily distracted
- Brain fog
- Memory problems
Mood Related Symptoms
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Feeling overwhelmed
- Irritability
- Low energy or motivation
- Various other mood/personality changes
Sensory Related Symptoms
- Blurry vision
- Car sickness or nausea with motion
- Change in (or loss of) taste or smell
- Ringing ears
Blood Dysregulation Symptoms
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Sensitivity to light and noise
- Sleep disturbances
- Pressure in the head
- Persistent neck pain
- Tired eyes
https://www.braininjurycanada.ca/en/statistics-brain-injury
https://www.cognitivefxusa.com/blog/post-concussion-syndrome-and-post-concussion-symptoms-pcs
https://cpa.ca/docs/File/Publications/FactSheets/PsychologyWorksFactSheet_Concussions.pdf